Dessert Comes First: The Book

There weren’t many people who knew I was writing a book. It’s not my style to announce my projects before they happen, as I prefer to get the work done first then reveal and revel in their completion. And from the handful of people who were aware that I was working on a book, even fewer knew what the cover looked like. As proof of how secretive I can be, even my own husband, my Bin, is seeing the book cover for the first time today, along with everyone else.

So now it can be told. This book is the project I alluded to last February when I mentioned that I couldn’t breathe from the sheer stress of it all, and it’s also the reason why I only produced one post in March, the month I submitted my manuscript.

Dessert Comes First, The Book, is my biggest and most important work to date. It’s composed of three major parts. First, there are the essays and memoirs, an updated compilation of some of my most popular blog posts along with new, never-before-been-published pieces I’ve written especially for the book. The chefs make up the second part: profiles of 10 illustrious people in the food industry, each esteemed for their talents and creations. This section is made even more memorable with the inclusion of two recipes from each chef. And speaking of recipes, it makes up the final part of my book: 11 of my very own recipes of the sweets I like to eat, including the recipe to the cheesecake I used to make back when I was a home baker. A cheesecake that I’m known for, it’s so special that it’s on the cover of my book.

As someone who adores books, I made sure that my very own would be a pleasure not only to read but to hold. Dessert Comes First is printed on thick, matte paper, the perfect canvas to showcase the photos, all of which I myself styled and shot. If you love food and if you love to read books about food, I’m pretty sure you’ll like this one.

And for YOU, the readers of Dessert Comes First
In my 8th anniversary post, I hinted at a celebration that would be even bigger than DCF’s 6th Anniversary Party. Details on that will be unveiled next week. Some of my friends in the food industry are also celebrating the launch of my book with me, details of which are also forthcoming. It’s a magical, heady time here on Dessert Comes First so check back often for updates on what’s about to happen.

For now, I have this to say: the upcoming big event, the ensuing surprises, they’re my way of thanking you for being with me all these years. Because you should know, DCF readers, that Dessert Comes First, The Book, is for you.

Joy Cruz-
You’ve been one of my long-time, regular readers who’ve let me know for years that you wished that I would write a book. I’m happy to have made your wish come true. Thanks ever so much for all your support.

Oh my! Congratulations Lori! 😀 I will definitely get a copy on September 5!:D I’m so happy for you! I am so excited to get my copy, of course I want to have it autographed too! 😀 And beautiful cover. Just beautiful! You’re gorgeous!

I’ve been a fan of your blog since 2007 and I’ve been waiting for this – a book by my fave filipino food writer. My relationship with your blog started when I was pregnant with my firstborn and I remember browsing your photos at 1am and wanting to eat everything you wrote about. haha (old habits are hard to break, it’s 1am now and preggo with my 2nd) So happy news! Cheers to you!

Congratulations Lori!! I can’t wait to have a copy of your book! 🙂 And know details of your event, of course 😉

One question: will this be available as an e-book? I loooove printed books, I have my own mini library myself (and I love sniffing paper)… but I’d love to be able to bring the book with me anywhere I go especially on sudden out-of-the-country assignments.

To say that I am “happy” would be a desultory expression compared to the revelry that has enraptured my very person. It has been said many times (and will be done so in greater magnitude) but I believe a “Congratulations!” and “Here Here!” is definitely in order. You can count on one purchase from this quiet but fiercely loyal supporter. 🙂

Ill will definitely buy your book, been a long time fan and reader of yours, I am one of earliest who fall in line for the tickets of your 6th anniversary. Unfortunately we did not attend it because of an urgent family matter arise.Waiting for your 8th anniv and have your signature on my copy of your book.

That is a terrific cover, Lori! There are several things about the layout that I appreciate, but I particularly like the little detail of the scotch tape mark on top and the remarkable restraint of not including your whole face (it can be incredibly difficult to convince people it isn’t always necessary), but instead focusing on the part of you that all your loyal readers and close friends would immediately recognize. Brave and smart decision! May I ask who designed it? 🙂

Wow, this is huge, congrats! The book looks downright luscious. I usually only buy e-books now because of space constraints, but this should be worth making an exception for. Congratulations again on the new “baby”!